McDonough, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
30,056 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,734 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,387 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
3
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 4 0 46
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 4 0 60
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, GA State Senate District 17, GA State House District 115, GA
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Schools

Henry County Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
EXCEL Academy
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Henry County High School
1 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Morrow
13 miles, NW • 1 star
Clayton State University
15 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Piedmont Henry Hospital
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Southern Regional Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
79 miles, SW • 1 star
Lovell Field
125 miles, N • 1.4 star
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
126 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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